Sarala Birala University, Ranchi has opened admissions for the 2026-27 session. The university admits students to UG, PG and doctoral programmes in several fields. B.Tech and MBA are two of its major courses. The B.Tech fee ranges from INR 5.86 Lakhs to INR 8 Lakhs, while the MBA costs INR 5.83 Lakhs.

Most SBU admissions depend on academic merit. The university considers Class 12 marks for UG courses and graduation marks for PG courses. A valid entrance exam score is also required for specified programmes. PhD applicants must take the university's written test and attend a personal interview.

  • Popular programme: B.Tech in CSE
  • Total fee: INR 8 Lakhs
  • Selection requirement: A valid JEE Main score and at least 50% marks in Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics

Note: The stated relaxation for SC/ST applicants is 45%.

Direct application link: Apply for Sarala Birla University Admission 2026

SBU Important Dates 2026

Event Date
SBU admission for the 2026-27 session Ongoing

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SBU UG Admission 2026

Admission to SBU's undergraduate courses is mainly decided through Class 12 merit or the entrance exam required for a particular programme. The available options include B.Tech, B.Pharma, BA (Hons.), B.Com (Hons.) and lateral-entry B.Tech.

SBU B.Tech Admission 2026

SBU runs the B.Tech programme in five specialisations: Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics and Communication, and Electrical. Its total fee is INR 5.86 Lakhs to INR 8 Lakhs.

Course Eligibility and Selection Process
B.Tech Applicants must pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. They must also study one of these subjects: Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology, Informatics Practice or Information Technology. A minimum aggregate of 50% and an appearance in JEE Main are required.

Other SBU UG Courses

The following UG programmes use Class 12 or diploma marks for admission, as shown below.

Course Total Fees Admission Criteria
B.Pharma INR 7.21 Lakhs Class 12 with 50%
BA (Hons.) INR 1.15 Lakhs to INR 3.13 Lakhs Class 12 with 50%
B.Com (Hons.) INR 2.63 Lakhs Class 12 with 50%
B.Tech (Lateral Entry) INR 4.47 Lakhs to INR 6.07 Lakhs Diploma with 50%

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

SBU PG Admission 2026

SBU offers MBA, MCA and M.Tech at the postgraduate level. Applicants generally need the required graduation marks, while entrance scores apply to programmes such as MBA and M.Tech.

SBU MBA Admission 2026

The MBA is a 2-year programme with faculty support and internship facilities. SBU accepts scores from national-level tests such as CAT, MAT, CMAT and GMAT for admission to its MBA specialisations.

The six listed MBA areas are General; Banking and Financial Services; Insurance Retail and E-Commerce Management; Digital Media Management; Human Resource; and Logistics and Supply Chain Management. The programme's total fee is INR 5.83 Lakhs.

Course Eligibility and Selection Process
MBA Students need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks from a recognised university or institution. Graduates of recognised professional programmes such as CA and ICWA may also apply. Applicants must appear for CAT.

Other SBU PG Courses

Course Total Fees Admission Criteria
MCA INR 2.45 Lakhs Graduation with 50%
M.Tech INR 2.68 Lakhs Graduation with 50% and GATE

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SBU PhD Admission 2026

Doctoral study is available in Commerce, Engineering, Humanities, Law, Management, Pharmacy, and Journalism and Mass Communication. Applicants must hold an M.Tech, M.E., M.Sc. (Engineering), M.Sc., MCA, MBA, MA or an equivalent degree in the relevant branch from a recognised university. The qualifying degree must carry at least 55% marks or a 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale.

SBU holds the PhD written test and personal interview on the same day. The first-year fee for a PhD in Management Studies is INR 3.12 Lakhs.

Course Eligibility and Selection Process
PhD An applicant needs an M.Tech, M.E., M.Sc. (Engineering), M.Sc., MCA, MBA, MA or equivalent qualification in the relevant branch from a recognised university. The minimum requirement is 55% marks or a 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale. Final selection also includes a written test and personal interview.

SBU Diploma Admission 2026

SBU accepts students for Polytechnic and D.Pharm programmes on the basis of their qualifying examination marks.

Course Total Fees Admission Criteria
Polytechnic INR 2.12 Lakhs to INR 2.25 Lakhs Class 10 with 45%
D.Pharm INR 3.25 Lakhs Class 12 with 50%

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SBU Admission Process

Students can submit their applications through the official SBU admission website. Selection for some courses requires an exam such as CAT, JEE or CLAT, followed by the university's counselling process. Other UG, PG and diploma admissions use marks from the qualifying examination, with a personal interview where required.

The online application process follows these steps:

  • Review the eligibility conditions for the chosen course on the university website.
  • Create an account on the online admission portal.
  • Complete the application form and submit it.
  • Wait while SBU checks the application and sends an offer letter.
  • Pay the provisional admission fee.
  • Finish document verification and pay the semester fee to secure the seat.

SBU Scholarship

SBU provides merit, category and special scholarships to students enrolled in diploma, UG and PG programmes.

Merit Scholarships

  • 95% or higher marks: 50% tuition fee waiver
  • 90% or higher marks: 25% tuition fee waiver
  • 80% or higher marks: 20% tuition fee waiver
  • 70% or higher marks: 10% tuition fee waiver

Special Scholarships

  • Students from freedom fighter families: 10% waiver
  • Students from Armed or Para-military families: 15% waiver
  • Differently abled students: 25% waiver
  • SBPS or SBU students: 25% waiver
  • Kashmiri migrant students: 15% waiver

ISR Scholarship

Eligible Jharkhand domicile students from SC, ST and OBC categories can receive a 70% tuition fee scholarship for selected courses.

Note: Each scholarship covers tuition fees only. Students cannot combine two or more scholarships.

SBU Admission FAQs

Ques. Which study options can students choose at SBU?

Ans. SBU conducts diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in technology, arts, science, commerce, law and management. Its courses include B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, LLB, BA (Hons.), MBA and PhD, along with other programmes.

Ques. Can an applicant enter the SBU PhD programme without prior work experience?

Ans. Yes. Previous work experience is not a compulsory condition for PhD admission at SBU. Applicants must, however, qualify through the written examination and personal interview.

Ques. During which months does SBU usually accept UG and PG applications?

Ans. The university generally conducts its UG and PG admission process from March through August each year. Once forms become available, students may apply through SBU's official online admission portal.

Ques. How can applicants follow their admission status after submitting the form?

Ans. SBU publishes merit-list and seat-allotment updates on its official website.

Ques. Are seats at SBU allotted through an admission quota?

Ans. No. SBU does not use a quota system for admission. Final selection depends on academic merit or a valid qualifying-exam score, such as JEE Main, CAT or CLAT, together with performance in the personal interview where applicable.